Congratulations to Fire Chief Michael Huneke and Deputy Chief Matthew Hanson on your promotions!

Chief Huneke has worked through the ranks gaining 22 years of experience, was one of the founding members of Elburn's IAFF #4749, and has just been awarded the professional designation of Chief Fire Officer. A credential that only 8% of Fire Chiefs hold across the country.

In his 20 year career with ... (Full Story & Photos)

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The Elburn & Countryside Fire Protection District is hosting a Fire Department Incident Safety Officer class from August 7th - 11th, 2023 for qualified State of Illinois Firefighters. See the flier for additional information and how to register.... (Full Story & Photos)

On May 9, 2023 at 7:52 pm, the Elburn & Countryside Fire Protection District was dispatched to a working fire at 3N137 Woodcrest Court in Campton Hills, IL. See the attached press release that includes more details on the structure fire.... (Full Story & Photos)

EMT-B Class – Apply by August 1, 2023

The Elburn and Countryside Fire Protection District is hosting an EMT-B class beginning September 6, 2023. If you’re interested in becoming a Nationally Licensed EMT-B, here’s your opportunity to apply. Applications are due August 1st and payments are due by August 15th.

Class meets Monday and Wednesday nights 5:00 pm -10:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am – 4:00 ... (Full Story & Photos)

At our monthly ECFPD Board of Trustees meeting on May 2, 2023, it was our pleasure to recognize Lt. Chad Clark of the Geneva Fire Department. Lt. Clark is a resident of our fire district and has been essential over the years in providing early suppression and or evacuation efforts of homes in his neighborhood during an emergency response. Lt. Clark was presented the “Chief’s Award” for his dedication ... (Full Story & Photos)

As the May 2, 2023 ECFPD Board of Trustees meeting, President of the ECFPD Board of Trustees, Thomas Reynolds, issued a proclamation declaring May 7, 2023 as a day of recognition of the patriotic service and dedicated efforts of our fire and emergency services personnel by lowering American flags on all buildings to half-staff.
Please read the proclamation in full as he calls upon all citizens of ... (Full Story & Photos)

As young firefighters, we learn of the many different tools we carry and the importance of using the right tool for the job. We quickly identify that as firefighters we are problem solvers, often modifying old tools to adapt to a new building construction challenge, new automotive trend, or simply a better way to do our jobs. Again, we are problem solvers.

Recognizing the inherent challenges of the ... (Full Story & Photos)